Broomfield Enterprise upcoming events March 13

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Afternoon Reading Fun (ARF)

Students in kindergarten through fifth grades can read to a therapy dog trained to listen quietly without correcting or judging to create a relaxing reading environment in which readers can build confidence and fluency. Will meet from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 13, in the Children's Library Story Room at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. No registration is required, but space is limited. Sign-up begins at 3:45 p.m. day of the program in the Children's Library. Information: 720-887-2315.

Collectors of antiques, collectibles and history with the goal of preservation and restoration and helping students gain degrees in those areas. Meeting at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 13. Program on Friar Tucks. Information: Linda, 303-466-7552 or Joyce, 303-424-7066.

With corned beef and cabbage and Irish entertainment at noon Friday, March 14, in Lakeshore Room at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Cost: $6/$7.50. Pre-registration required at Community Center.

North Metro Fire St. Baldrick's event

Team of firefighters from North Metro Fire Rescue District competing against other area firefighters to raise money and support childhood cancer research. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, March 14, at The Exchange Tavern, 11940 Bradburn Blvd., No. 300. At participants will have their heads shaved in honor/memory of pediatric cancer patients.

Adult swim lessons

For ages 15 and older. Conquer fear of water, develop swim strokes or start training for a triathlon. Instructor works with participant at their skill levels. Meets from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Saturdays, March 15 through April 12, at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Lamar Way, cost, $25/$32, or 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. Fridays, March 14 through April 11, at Paul Derda Recreation Center, 13201 Lowell Blvd., cost, $23/$30. Register: broomfieldrecreation.com/econnect or 303-464-5501.

Student art show

Presented by Broomfield Recreation Services and the Broomfield Council on the Arts and Humanities. Open to K-12 students attending Broomfield-area schools. Students interested in participating should speak with their school art teacher. Reception from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, March 14. Show can be viewed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 15, in the Lakeshore Room at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Information: Dana, 303-464-5530 or dcabot@broomfield.org.

SATURDAY

Yarn In at Depot Museum

Those who knit or crochet invited to event at noon Saturday, March 15, at Broomfield Depot Museum, 2201 W. 10th Ave. Bring your own projects or help with project involving the depot. Free. No preregistration required, but seating is limited. If bringing a group, call 303-460-6824. Museum open from noon to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Information: broomfielddepotmuseum.org or 303-460-6824.

Teens in grades six through 12 will use conductive paint to design electronic greeting cards at session from 2 to 4 p.m Saturday, March 15, at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Free. Registration required: at library Teen Zone desk or 720-887-2360.

30th annual show presented by Broomfield High School Living on Your Own class from 2 to 2:45 p.m. Wednesday, March 19, in Broomfield High auditorium, 1Eagle Way. Sponsors include Al's Formalwear and Bouquet Boutique.

Confident Parenting — Challenging Behaviors

"Let's Make a Plan" will meet 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 20, at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Class will break down common behaviors so parents can see what needs to be done to start eliminating the challenging behavior. Registration required: 720-887-2315. For parents of toddlers and preschoolers. Adults only.

Educational seminar on hearing

Including signs of hearing problems and solutions at 1 p.m. Thursday, March 20, at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Free. Information/reservations: 303-464-5526.

Living history talk at Depot Museum

Gil Brunner, who was born in Broomfield in 1927, and Beverly Hansen, who has lived in Broomfield for 77 years, will share stories at noon Saturday, March 22, at Broomfield Depot Museum, 2201 W. 10th Ave. Free. Museum open from noon to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Information: broomfielddepotmuseum.org or 303-460-6824.

From 6:30 to 8 p.m. fourth Wednesday of month — March 26, April 23 and May 28 — at Omni Interlocken Resort, 500 Interlocken Blvd. Learn how to register and participate in annual relay that raises money for American Cancer Society. Relay is June 6 and 7 at Holy Family High School. Information: email broomfieldrfl@gmail.com or visit broomfieldrelay.com.

Vision board workshop

At 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, at Broomfield Community Center, at 280 Spader Way. Vision boards are visual representations or collages of the things that you want to have, be or do in your life made on poster or foam board with cut-out pictures, drawings and/or writing. Taught by personal growth life coach Jackie Billera. Cost: $22.Registration required: 303-515-7004 or Jackie@Beemylifecoach.com.

FRIENDS Night Out

For adults with developmental disabilities from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 27, at FRIENDS of Broomfield, 11851 Saulsbury St. Annual sock hop with dancing, games and root beer floats. Snacks served, attendees should have dinner before arriving. Dress in 1950s attire. Registration deadline: March 24. Information: Molly Coufal, info@friendsofbroomfield.org or 303-404-0123.

Free event for ages 9 and older from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 29, at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Players of all levels welcome. Bring your own deck. Registration required: at library Teen Zone desk or 720-887-2360.

Positive Solutions for Parents

Six-week workshop for parents of toddlers and preschoolers meets from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, April 1 through May 6, at Bal Swan Children's Center, 1145 East 13th Ave. Focus on research-based practices and strategies to reduce challenging behavior in children and understanding of early literacy skills activities. Presented by Bal Swan and Mamie Doud Eisenhower Children's Library. Free. Registration required, starts March 3: 303-466-6308. Both partners in a two-partner household should plan to attend.

Library Friends book sale

Broomfield Library Friends holding mini book sale of children's storybooks, middle readers and young adult books from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 5, in Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library lobby, 3 Community Park Road. Sale also will include adult special books and music CDs.

At 2 p.m. second Friday of month at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Free. Information, including list of films: library Reference Desk, 720-887-2350 or referencedesk@broomfield.org.

Tech Cafe at library

Bring your tech questions to drop-in tech clinic from 1 to 3 p.m. the first and third Fridays of month at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Fifteen-minute sessions with librarian for help with any computer or tablet problems.

Puppy socialization playgroup

Free off-leash group for pups younger than 6 months. Designed for pups to socialize with other dogs and people in a safe and clean environment. Bring copy of current vaccination records. Puppies must have been in owners' homes for at least 10 days prior to attending and be free from illness. Classes meet at 7 p.m. Thursdays and 11:15 a.m. Saturdays at Rocky Mountain Dog Training, 6801 W. 117th, Ave. Unit F3. Information: 303-875-2369.

Baby Welcome Program

Broomfield residents with infants ages newborn to 1, can receive a Baby Welcome Program gift packet from the Children's Library at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Each packet includes a book, bookmark, gift bag, baby T-shirt and library related informational flyers. Information: Visit the Children's Library, or 720-887-2315.

Broomfield Veterans Memorial Museum

The museum, 12 Garden Center, features artifacts from all branches of U.S. military in the Civil War forward. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Open through the week by appointment. Information or appointments: 303-460-6801 or http://broomfieldveterans.wordpress.com/.

Class works with all swimming abilities to improve strokes for efficiency and build endurance. Recommended participants take adult/teen swim lessons or know how to swim before taking this class. Meets from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursday, March 18 through April 17, at Paul Derda Recreation Center, 13201 Lowell Blvd. Cost: $38/$45. Register: wwwbroomfieldrecreation.com/econnect or 303-464-5501.

Diving class

Designed for ages 7 and older at the beginning and intermediate levels of springboard diving. Beginners will be taught fundamentals of diving including body alignment, approach and basic dives. Intermediate divers will work on flexibility and strength and more advanced diving skills. Pre-requisites: Level III or pass swim test. Meets 3:30 to 4:15 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 18 through April 17, at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Cost: $40/$48 Register: broomfieldrecreation.com/econnect or 303-464-5501.

Broomfield Swim and Tennis Club Sharks

Swim team holding second tryout for summer team for swimmers ages 5 to 18 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 20, at the Blue Dolphin Swim Center, 7655 W. 108th Ave. Summer season is Mid-May through July. Previous team members or those who tried out in January do not need to try out. Information: Stacy Young, 303-881-3144.

Youth volleyball

Little Bumpers program for boys and girls in grades two through four. Half-hour practice followed by half-hour game on Wednesdays at Aspen Creek K-8 School, 5550 Aspen Creek Drive. Youth volleyball for grades five through eight practice Monday or Tuesday with games Thursday at Broomfield High School, 1 Eagle Way. Play begins March 20. Cost: $62/$82, team shirts included. Register: www.broomfieldrecreation/econnect or 303-464-5501.

Diving clinic

One-day course for ages 7 and older teaches fundamentals of diving and works on basic to advanced dives. Clinic will include practice of flips and twisting in gymnastics pit . Parents will drop kids off in gymnastics room and then pick them up in at Broomfield Community Center pool. Bring a snack and water. Meets from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 22. Cost: $30/$37. Register: broomfieldrecreation.com/econnect or 303-464-5501.

American Red Cross lifeguard training

For ages 15 and older. Learn duties and responsibilities of becoming a lifeguard. Participants certified in first aid, CPR-PR/AED and lifeguard training. Must be 15 by date of course to enroll. During first class, participants must be able to swim 300 yards continuously, surface dive to 10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound brick, swim 20 yards with the brick and exit the water within a minute and 40 seconds. Classes meet from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m Monday through Friday, March 24-28, or from 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 1-24, at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Cost: $150/$170. Participants must attend all sessions. Register: 303-464-5501.

Broadlands Women's Golf-18 Hole League

Taking registrations for summer golf season and will hold a meeting with coffee and doughnuts at 9 a.m. Monday, March 31, The Broadlands Golf Course clubhouse, 4380 W. 144th Ave. The league plays Monday mornings, starting at 7:30 a.m. and is flighted, so players compete against players of similar abilities. Information/registration forms: Nancy, gamernan5555567@yahoo.com.

League play begins week of April 1. Leagues offered: Coed Tuesday B and BB 6s, and Women's 6s Thursday B/BB. Information: Aaron, 303-464-5510. Any one wanting to get on a team should contact Aaron at astewart@broomfield.org or 303-464-5510.

For those with Parkinson's disease from 2 to 3 p.m. on Thursdays at Dance Arts Studio, 555 Burbank St., Unit N. Sponsored by Parkinson Association of the Rockies. No dance experience required. Register: 303-830-1839.

Works using recyclables on display in March at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Library, 3 Community Park Road. Information: Aura Liesveld, 303-465-3675.

Culture Feast concert series

Free shows at 7 p.m. Wednesdays at at Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road. Lineup: April 2— Opera Colorado Romeo & Juliet, abridged, family-friendly hour-long version performed in English (operacolorado.org); May 7 — Phamaly Theatre Company Then & Now — a 25th Anniversary Musical Revue, cast entirely of performers with disabilities across the spectrum (phamaly.org). Information: 303-464-5835 or 720-887-2371.

Golden Eagle Concert Band

"Celebrate the Circus" at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 5, at Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road. Tickets: $15 general admission, $10 seniors and students; children 12 and younger are free . Information: goldeneagleconcertband.org or 303 369-GECB.

Imagination Makers Theater Company

"Fables — Old and New" at 10:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, April 9, at Broomfield Auditorium, 3 Community Park Road. Student-written modern versions of old fables with props and the musical instruments created from recycled materials. Cost: $6.

Hands-on program for kids in third through fifth grades presented by The Molly Brown House Museum from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Monday, March 24, in Eisenhower Room at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Kids can build cities, both past and present, and learn about saving historic structures, evolution of a city, and the importance of historic preservation. Registration required, starts March 3: 720-887-2315.

Children up to age 12 invited to participate in program through March 31 at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Kids read three books they have never read before, record on program tally sheet and place in cat's hat on the desk in the Children's Library. Non-readers can be read to. Unlimited entries due by closing on Monday, March 31. Drawing for five winners of cat's hats.Information: 720-887-2315.

Family Early Literacy Time

Story time from 11 to 11:45 a.m. the first Saturday of the month, April 5 and May 3, in Story Time Room at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Stories, books, fingerplays and songs will focus on an early literacy skill, followed by a craft. Families can practice fun activities they can use at home to learn early literacy skills. Free. Open to all ages, but focus will be for newborns through pre-kindergarten. Tickets at the Children's Reference Desk morning of the program. Information: 720-887-2315.

Accepting registrations for fall for before- and after-school program and kindergarten enrichment program. Open to Kohl Elementary students. Information: Linda, 303-466-8355, ext. 14.

Teens

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Library Teen Advisory Board

Teens in grades six through 12 can join and help plan Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library teen programs, submit stories and art for The 411 (Teen Zone newsletter) and make recommendations for teen books, music and videos. Next meeting from 4 to 5 p.m. Monday, March 17. No prior registration required to attend meetings, but those interested in joining TAB can pick up an application at Teen Zone desk at library, 3 Community Park Road.

Boost Your Brain tutoring

For teens in grades six through 12 in biology, chemistry, physics, science fair projects, algebra, geometry and calculus from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. No session on March 25. Registration required: at library Teen Zone or 720-887-2360.

Broomfield-Ueda Sister City meetings

Interested in Japan? Help enhance sister city relationship by sharing ideas and planning teen delegate trip to Japan in summer 2014. Meets at 7 p.m. third Thursday of month at Broomfield Community Center., 280 Spader Way. Information: broomfieldcoloradosistercity@gmail.com.

Foundation Youth Advisory Committee

Students in grades nine through 12 are invited to apply for the Broomfield Community Foundation's Youth Advisory Committee. The group helps members gain leadership skills and learn problem-solving skills. Community Service projects also are a part of the group's activities. YAC meets monthly on Sunday afternoons. New members will begin participating in the fall. Applications: broomfieldfoundation.org or 303-469-7208.

Meets Mondays at Chipper's Lanes, 100 Nickel St. Join anytime during the season. Cost is $6.50 per week. Non-sanctioned league with no awards or prizes. Register as team or individual: John or Alex, 303-469-7190 or just show up at lanes at 8:30 a.m. any Monday to be put on a team.

Learn defensive driving skills, safety strategies and about new traffic laws and rules of the road. No tests to pass. Upon completion you could receive a discount on your car insurance. Monthly classes in the Denver-metro area and north to Wyoming. Information: Bob Niehoff, 303-469-0255. Class dates/locations: AARP.org/drive.

Support groups

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

Starting weekly support meetings from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at United Church of Broomfield, 825 Kohl St. Peer facilitators follow guidelines (http://dbsalliance.org) help participants share strategies for success and challenges being faced. Friends and family invited the fourth Thursday of the month.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets at 6 p.m. Tuesdays at Presbyterian Church of Broomfield, 350 Main St. Information: Becky, 303-884-0266.

Grief Support Group

Meets at 10:30 a.m. the first and third Wednesday of the month at the Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Group leader: Bonnie Stout. Information: 303-818-2216.

FRIENDS of Broomfield

FRIENDS Unlimited Day Program, FRIENDS Night Out and FRIENDS On My Own Residential Programs provide support for adults with developmental disabilities in and around Broomfield. Nonprofit promotes socialization, independence, community connections and advocacy. Information: 303-404-0123 or friendsofbroomfield.org.

Overeaters Anonymous

Meet from 8 to 9:15 a.m. Saturdays at United Church of Broomfield, 825 Kohl St. Information: Mandy at 303-915-6188.

Alcoholics Anonymous

Meets in Broomfield at 7:30 p.m. Monday-Friday at 825 Kohl St. (church); at noon Wednesday at 545 W. 10th Ave.; and at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at 12099 Lowell Blvd., and 8 a.m. Sunday at the Brunner Farmhouse, 640 Main St. Information: daccaa.org.

Visually impaired support group

Meet at 10:30 a.m. second Tuesday of month at Broomfield Community Center, 280 Spader Way. Facilitated by Center for People with Disabilities. Information: 303-790-1390.

Adams 12 arts-infused elementary school that is a magnet school for students from across the district, including Broomfield, holding fundraising gala from 6 to 11 p.m. Thursday, April 10, at the Gatehouse in Lafayette. African drumming, performances by 3 Story Limit and Sarah Barber accompanied by classical guitarist James Cline. Auction, appetizers, wine and spirits. Tickets: thestudioschoolpto.ticketleap.com/gala2014. Information: Suzanne, studio.pto.development@gmail.com.

For Japanese girls ages 14 to 17 who will visit area July 13 through Aug. 2. Students participate in a program of field trips and classes held weekdays near the University of Colorado. Information: Kristy Shine, 303-661-9170 or richardkristyshine@q.com.

Foster parents needed

Broomfield Health and Human Services' Family and Children's Division is seeking foster parents for children and youth. For more information or to schedule an individual orientation meeting, contact Sherry Bethurum at 720-887-2266.

Precious Child seeks volunteers

A Precious Child's Resource Center needs volunteers. Positions include accepting and preparing donations, assisting clients with shopping and check-out and children 4 and older in the Learning Center. Information: Teresa, Teresa@apreciouschild.org.

Birds of Prey Foundation needs volunteers

Volunteers participate from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. any day of the week to help the foundation continue to rehabilitate and release injured birds back into the wild. Training provided. Applications: birds-of-prey.org.

Flamingo fundraiser

Broomfield Community Foundation's Youth Advisory Committee will send flamingo flocks with donations and also takes payments for "anti-flocking insurance." The fundraising effort sends flocks to local lawns for a day or prevents them from appearing. Information: broomfieldfoundation.org, click on the Youth tab. Requests and credit card donations: 303-469-7208. Proceeds benefit nonprofit groups that help youth in Broomfield.

Nonprofit professional group dedicated to helping people find their voice. Learn public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive environment at your own pace. Meets at 7p.m. Thursdays at Sill-TerHar Motors, 150 Alter St. Information: Rich, Rich@richhopkins.net. Guests welcome.

Book groups at library

Share your love of books and reading with like-minded friends at Mamie Doud Eisenhower Public Library, 3 Community Park Road. Groups are: Bestsellers Past & Present from 6:30 to 8 p.m. second Monday of the month; Mystery from 2 to 4 p.m. the third Sunday of the month; Science Fiction/Fantasy from 7 to 9 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month. Information: broomfield.org/library/adult/bookgroups.shtml, or 720-887-2350.

4BR leads group

4BR business development organization focuses on personal and professional development and networking and business generation. Information: 4BR.biz or Tammy Urbach, 720-422-6174 or tammy@tammyurbach.com.

Kiwanis

Club focusing on service projects within the community. The principle core of Kiwanis' mission is belief that the most-effective way to enhance a community is to enhance its children. Community service opportunities and meeting details: kcbnm.org or Mike Cleary, 720-312-2872.

Broomfield Open Space Foundation

Meets at 6 p.m. the third Monday of the month at the Brunner Farmhouse, northeast corner of Midway Boulevard and Main Street. Volunteers work to protect, enhance and promote Broomfield's open spaces and trails. Information: broomfieldopenspacefoundation.org.

La Leche League

La Leche League meetings for pregnant or breastfeeding women are at 10 a.m. the second Monday of the month at the Brunner Farmhouse, 640 Main St. Free; open to all interested women. Children welcome. Information: lllofbroomfield.cfsites.org.

Widowed Men and Women of America

The northwest area group meets at 5 p.m. three Wednesdays a month for happy hour at Applebee's, 120th Avenue and Lamar Street, and at 5 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month for cocktails, dinner and a meeting at Westminster Elks, 3853 Elks Drive. Information: Pat, 303-452-6556 or Al, 303-452-7957.

Northern Neighborhood Newcomers

Welcomes newcomers and those who have lived in the area for years that would like to become acquainted with each other through social and educational activities. Activities include mahjong, canasta, dining out, luncheons, potluck dinners, wine tasting, book club and more. Information: Sue Townsend, 303-464-5017.

Stamp Club

The North Suburban Stamp Club meets second Thursday of the month at the Friendship Hall in the Cimarron Village Park, 122nd Avenue and Perry Street. Information:northsuburbanstampclub.com or Bob, 303-254-7725.

Northside Coin Club

Meets from 7 to 9 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at Friendship Hall in Cimarron Village. Information: Tim at 303-432-1682, Dave at 303-562-5214, or northsidecoinclub.org.

Broomfield Rotary bingo

Fundraising games for Broomfield Rotary will be at noon and 3 p.m. Sundays at Turn II Bingo Hall, 72nd Avenue and Pecos Street. Prizes totaling $1,700 will be given out at each session. All money raised will go to support charitable organizations, primarily in the Broomfield area.

Broomfield Lions Club

Is seeking fun loving community oriented residents to become members. The club holds the pancake breakfast and bingo at Broomfield Days, Breakfast with Santa, 9 Health Fair and a Memorial Day picnic to name just a few of its events. Information: Jack Hindman, 303-913-6947.

Broomfield Republicans Central Committee

Meets at 7 p.m. third Thursday of month at Sill-TerHar Motors, 150 Alter St. All registered Republicans welcome.

Broomfield County Democrats

Meet at 6:30 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at Sill-TerHar Ford, in the Conference Room on the second floor of the main sales building. All are welcome. Information: broomfielddems.org.

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